Physcomitrium magdalenae - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Funariidae
Order:
Funariales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
magdalenae
ID:
1533621
Status:
valid
Authors:
(De Sloover) R. Medina & Goffinet
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2019
Citation Micro:
Journal of Systematics and Evolution. 57(4): 412. 2019
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000017622
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Physcomitrium magdalenae (also called Magdalena physcomitrium, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Grimmiaceae. It is a small, cushion-forming moss with a yellow-green to yellow-brown color. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia, and can be found in moist, acidic habitats such as bogs, fens, and wet rock ledges.
Uses & Benefits
Physcomitrium magdalenae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in shady areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Physcomitrium magdalenae is small and yellow. The seed is small and brown. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Physcomitrium magdalenae can be propagated by division of the clumps. The plant prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. It is best grown in an area with consistent moisture and is not tolerant of drought.
Where to Find Physcomitrium magdalenae
Physcomitrium magdalenae can be found in the northern hemisphere, in areas of Europe, North America, and Asia.
Physcomitrium magdalenae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Physcomitrium magdalenae?
Physcomitrium magdalenae
What type of plant is Physcomitrium magdalenae?
Moss
Where is Physcomitrium magdalenae found?
South America
Species in the Physcomitrium genus
Physcomitrium arenicola, Physcomitrium argentinicum, Physcomitrium aubertii, Physcomitrium brevisetum, Physcomitrium brisbanicum, Physcomitrium capillipes, Physcomitrium chlorodictyon, Physcomitrium coarctatum, Physcomitrium collenchymatum, Physcomitrium coorgense, Physcomitrium courtoisii, Physcomitrium cupuliferum, Physcomitrium delicatulum, Physcomitrium dilatatum, Physcomitrium eurystomum, Physcomitrium falcifolium, Physcomitrium felipponei, Physcomitrium flaccidum, Physcomitrium flexifolium, Physcomitrium germanillae, Physcomitrium hampei, Physcomitrium hemisphaericum, Physcomitrium herteri, Physcomitrium hookeri, Physcomitrium immersum, Physcomitrium insigne, Physcomitrium integrifolium, Physcomitrium japonicum, Physcomitrium lorentzii, Physcomitrium luteolum, Physcomitrium minutulum, Physcomitrium niloticum, Physcomitrium nodulifolium, Physcomitrium orbignyanum, Physcomitrium paraguense, Physcomitrium patens, Physcomitrium pusillum, Physcomitrium pyriforme, Physcomitrium repandum, Physcomitrium roseae, Physcomitrium sahapurense, Physcomitrium serratum, Physcomitrium serrifolium, Physcomitrium sinensi-sphaericum, Physcomitrium spathulatum, Physcomitrium sphaericum, Physcomitrium subminutulum, Physcomitrium subspathulatum, Physcomitrium subsphaericum, Physcomitrium sumatranum,
Species in the Funariaceae family
Brachymeniopsis gymnostoma, Bryobeckettia bartlettii, Clavitheca poeltii, Cygnicollum immersum, Entosthodon kroonkurk, Entosthodon abramovae, Entosthodon dagestanicus, Entosthodon stenophyllus, Entosthodon andicola, Entosthodon angustifolius, Entosthodon apophysatus, Entosthodon attenuatus, Entosthodon balansae, Entosthodon beccarii, Entosthodon bergianus, Entosthodon bolanderi, Entosthodon bonplandii, Entosthodon borbonicus, Entosthodon buseanus, Entosthodon californicus, Entosthodon cartilagineus, Entosthodon chiloensis, Entosthodon clavatus, Entosthodon commutatus, Entosthodon curviapiculatus, Entosthodon curvipes, Entosthodon deserticola, Entosthodon diversinervis, Entosthodon dixonii, Entosthodon dozyanus, Entosthodon drummondii, Entosthodon duriaei, Entosthodon fascicularis, Entosthodon handelii, Entosthodon hildebrandtii, Entosthodon hungaricus, Entosthodon hybridus, Entosthodon italicus, Entosthodon jamesonii, Entosthodon kochii, Entosthodon laxus, Entosthodon lepervanchei, Entosthodon limbatus, Entosthodon lindigii, Entosthodon marginatulus, Entosthodon mathewsii, Entosthodon mouretii, Entosthodon obtusifolius, Entosthodon obtusus, Entosthodon perrottetii,
References
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100485650: Based on data supplied by Bryonames